首届全球万物智联数字经济可持续发展大会暨2025（第十届）世界物联网大会于11月28-29日在中国北京隆重开幕。国际标准化组织（ISO）主席曹诚焕在开幕式发表致辞。

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Good morning everyone. It’s both an honour and a pleasure to be with you today in Beijing for the World Internet of Things Convention 2025.

This year we celebrate two remarkable milestones: the 10th anniversary of the World Internet of Things Convention and the 20th anniversary of the introduction of Internet of Things at the World Summit on the Information Society in Tunisia.

In reaching these markers it’s worth pausing to reflect how far we’ve come – from a concept that once seemed futuristic to a reality that now shapes every aspect of our lives.

The modern world is increasingly reliant on digital technologies. According to the World Bank, the digital economy represents about 15 percent of global GDP, and one of its key drivers is the Internet of Things. There are now almost 19 billion connected devices worldwide.

Today, I want to emphasize the foundational role of International Standards in this digital revolution.

Data-driven technology is transforming industries, economies and societies by improving efficiency, accuracy and value across sectors. Consensus-based International Standards on AI, quantum and bio-digital convergence help ensure these emerging technologies are developed safely, responsibly and inclusively. They boost innovation and build trust among users.

ISO and IEC’s joint technical committee on the Internet of Things supports the technology’s responsible development and deployment through standards that promote device interoperability and data security, protecting user privacy. This work allows technology to seamlessly integrate into our daily lives – enhancing connectivity and building a more equitable and sustainable world. From smart cities and cloud computing to agrifood and digital healthcare, International Standards are silently connecting people and transforming society.

The Internet of Things committee’s liaison with the ISO/IEC joint technical committee on artificial intelligence ensures that AI considerations are embedded in Internet of Things standards. This is laying the groundwork for an all-electric and connected society in which AI and Internet of Things technologies interact effortlessly.

But with greater connectivity come greater risks. Safeguarding information assets and managing data security risks are vital for organizations. ISO and IEC’s joint standards on cybersecurity management provide comprehensive guidelines for organizations on protecting their security in the digital age.

These efforts will achieve little if we act alone. At ISO, we believe that deeper partnerships and stronger coordination are essential to achieving global connectivity and bridging the digital divide.

Our cooperation with standards development organizations, including IEC, ITU and the IFRS Foundation, enables harmonization across the standards ecosystem. This alignment is crucial for interoperability, security and sustainability.

The digital economy cannot be about growth at the expense of all else – it must be environmentally sustainable and inclusive. It should actively support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals so that everyone can fully enjoy the benefits of the digital revolution.

With this vision in mind, ISO was one of the initiators of the Standards Pavilion at COP30, which brought together international organizations, UN agencies and private-sector coalitions to champion credible, transparent and interoperable solutions for a sustainable future. 

As a trusted platform for cooperation between governments, industry, academia and civil society, ISO welcomes the opportunity to strengthen our collaboration with the World Internet of Things Convention and all actors in the field of digital technologies. 

I invite experts worldwide to engage with your national standards body and contribute to shaping the future of the digital economy through standards development.

As we move forward, the Internet of Things and digital technologies will continue to reshape our economies and societies. With International Standards as the foundation, we can ensure this transformation is safe, inclusive and sustainable. Together, through cooperation and innovation, we can unlock the full potential of a truly interconnected world and help create a better future for all. 

Thank you.

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各位早上好！非常荣幸、也非常高兴今天能够在北京出席2025世界物联网大会，与大家相聚一堂。

今年我们迎来了两个重要里程碑：一是世界物联网大会举办十周年；二是物联网概念在突尼斯信息社会世界峰会上首次提出二十周年。

在这样的时间节点上，我们不妨稍作回顾——从当年看似充满未来感的概念，到如今深刻塑造我们生活方方面面的现实，物联网走过了一条非凡的发展之路。

当今世界正日益依赖数字技术。根据世界银行的数据，数字经济约占全球GDP的15%，而其中一个重要驱动力，正是物联网。目前，全球联网设备数量已接近190亿台。

今天，我想重点强调一个经常被忽视、但极其基础的要素——那就是国际标准。

数据驱动技术正在深刻改变各行各业、经济结构以及社会运行方式，通过提升效率、准确性和价值，推动多个领域转型。围绕人工智能、量子技术以及生物—数字融合技术所制定的、基于共识的国际标准，有助于确保这些新兴技术以安全、负责任和包容的方式发展。这些标准既促进创新，也增强用户信任。

国际标准化组织（ISO）和国际电工委员会（IEC）成立的物联网技术委员会，通过推动设备互操作性和数据安全相关标准的制定，支持物联网技术的负责任发展和应用，保护用户隐私。这使得技术能够无缝融入我们的日常生活——增强连接性，同时助力构建一个更加公平、可持续的世界。从智慧城市、云计算，到农业食品体系和数字医疗，国际标准正在无声地连接世界、改变社会。

物联网技术委员会与ISO/IEC联合人工智能技术委员会的协作，确保人工智能相关考量被纳入物联网标准之中。这正在为一个全面电气化、全面互联的社会奠定基础，在这样的社会中，人工智能与物联网技术可以无缝协同。

但是，互联互通程度越高，风险也越大。对信息资产的保护，以及对数据安全风险的管理，对各类组织都至关重要。ISO和IEC共同制定的网络安全管理标准，为组织在数字时代保护自身安全提供了全面指导。

但如果各自为战，这些努力终将难以取得实质成效。在ISO看来，深化伙伴关系、加强协调，是实现全球互联互通、弥合数字鸿沟的关键。

我们与包括IEC、国际电信联盟（ITU）以及国际财务报告准则基金会在内的标准制定机构密切合作，推动标准体系之间的协调与统一。这种协同对于实现互操作性、提升安全性以及推动可持续发展至关重要。

数字经济不能以牺牲其他目标为代价来追求增长，它必须是绿色、可持续和包容的。它应积极响应联合国可持续发展目标，让每个人都能真正受益于数字革命。

基于这一理念，ISO也是COP30标准展馆的发起机构之一。该平台汇聚了国际组织、联合国机构和私营部门联盟，共同推动可信、透明、可互操作的解决方案，创造一个可持续的未来。

作为政府、产业界、学术界和民间社会之间的重要合作平台，ISO非常期待进一步加强与世界物联网大会以及其他各方在数字领域的合作。

我也邀请全球专家积极与你们本国标准化机构沟通合作，共同参与标准制定，通过标准建设，塑造数字经济的未来。

展望未来，物联网和数字技术将继续重塑我们的经济和社会。以国际标准为基础，我们可以确保这一转型是安全、包容、可持续的。通过合作与创新，我们可以释放互联世界的巨大潜力，共同创造一个更加美好的未来。

谢谢大家。